Fire Engineer

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fire safety is seeking a Fire Engineer to join their expert team. The role involves producing fire strategy reports and conducting risk assessments to ensure the safety of various properties across the UK. The ideal candidate will have a degree in fire engineering, relevant experience, and strong knowledge of fire safety regulations. Flexibility in working arrangements and a supportive team environment await the right applicant.

Benefits

Company vehicle

24 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and birthday off

Company pension scheme

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in fire engineering and assessments.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant fire safety legislation.
• IT proficient and holds a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Create fire strategy reports that align with BS 9999, BS 7974, and Approved Document B.
• Conduct fire risk assessments for multiple property types.
• Develop technical documents including fire safety statements and evacuation plans.

Skills

Fire safety regulations

Report writing

Fire risk assessments

Client communication

Technical documentation

Education

Degree in Fire Engineering or related discipline

Job description

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Fire Engineer – Up to £45,000 (full-time), dependent on experience – Essex, SS17 9AL (Remote with periodic office visits)

The Role

Do you have a strong grasp of fire safety regulations and experience in producing detailed fire strategy reports? Are you looking for a role where your work directly protects lives and property across the UK?

We’re looking for an experienced Fire Engineer to join our fire safety team. You’ll be responsible for producing fire strategy reports and carrying out fire risk assessments across a broad range of properties. While this role can be performed remotely, you’ll need to attend our Essex office (SS17 9AL) periodically.

If you're ready to make a real difference in fire safety and want to be part of a supportive and expert team, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create fire strategy reports that align with BS 9999, BS 7974, and Approved Document B
• Conduct fire risk assessments (Types 1–4) for residential, commercial and industrial properties
• Develop technical documents including fire safety statements and evacuation plans
• Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues
• Complete reports accurately and on time, in line with company policy and current legislation
• Meet agreed KPIs

Company:

The company was born in 2015 when it’s Director, an ex-Firefighter realised that lives, homes and businesses were at risk due to the poor provision of Fire Safety products. We are working with clients to ensure our customers and teams are 100% safe, 100% of the time. We provide fire safety testing and maintenance on all active and passive fire safety products; we deliver fire training and undertake electrical portable appliance testing (PAT).

• Company vehicle
• 24 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and your birthday off (full-time)
• Company pension scheme
• Flexible working options (full-time or part-time)

The Person

• At least 2 years’ experience in fire engineering and assessments
• Degree in Fire Engineering or related discipline (BEng/MEng/MSc)
• In-depth knowledge of relevant fire safety legislation
• Confident in working with BS9999, BS7974, and Approved Document B
• Familiar with the Regulatory Reform (FS) Order 2005 and associated guidance
• IT proficient and holds a full UK driving licence
• Membership with IFE, IFSM, TFRAR, or FRACS
• CSCS Card
• Current DBS or willingness to obtain one